SEE IT LIVE – BLAST Premier Rivals – Fort Worth 2026 – Dickies Arena May 1-3, 2026.

Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com.

SCHEDULE

5/01

Doors: 1:15pm

Show Start: 2:00 PM

5/02

Doors: 11:15 AM

Show Start: 12:00 PM

5/03

Doors: 11:15 AM

Show Start: 12:00 PM

BLAST Rivals Fort Worth team lineup is set including Vitality, FURIA, NAVI, Astralis, G2, FaZe, GamerLegion and FUT, with teams battling for a share of $1,000,000 in prize pool!

The teams are set into two groups of four.  The team in each group that wins two game swill advance straight to the semi-finals, while the teams that loses two games will be eliminated.  The remaining teams will advance to the quarter finals.

• Group A:  Vitality, Astralis, G2, and FUT
• Group B: FURIA, NAVI, FaZe, and GamerLegion

The event will mark BLAST’s return to Texas following the hugely successful BLAST.tv Austin Major, which previously reported analysis by Angelou Economics found generated more than $102 million in total economic impact, making it one of the most impactful esports events ever hosted in North America. The Fort Worth event also builds on the momentum of two major global championships held at Dickies Arena in 2024: the Fortnite Championship Series Global Championship and the Rocket League World Championship, both of which brought thousands of fans to the city and millions more watching online around the world.

With a packed field of world champions, fan favorites and rising contenders, BLAST Premier Rivals Fort Worth promises a week of elite competition as teams battle to close out the first BLAST Premier season of 2026.

Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster.com.

This highly anticipated event will bring together the best Counter-Strike teams from around the globe to compete for $1 million USD in prize pool and participation fees. The BLAST Premier Rivals 2026 tournament will be played across five days, starting April 29, with the last three days played in front of a live audience in Dickies Arena, May 1-3, 2026.

The tournament builds on the success of BLAST’s last three blockbuster events held in Texas – following this week’s sold out BLAST.tv Austin Major at the Moody Center and last year’s Fort Worth events – the Fortnite Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship 2024.  Both of last year’s Fort Worth shows drew thousands of fans to Dickies Arena and captivated millions more watching online. These milestone events have helped cement Fort Worth and Texas’ reputation as a hub for world-class esports and gaming experiences.

Andrew Haworth, SVP of Ecosystems at BLAST, said:

“After two unforgettable events in 2024, we’re proud to return to Fort Worth and Dickies Arena for the BLAST Premier Rivals. The event will bring the very best of Counter-Strike and esports to a city that’s quickly become a home for global esports. We’re excited to partner once again with Live Nation, Fort Worth Sports Commission and C3 Presents to deliver competitive entertainment and a fan-first spectacle.”

“The Fort Worth Sports Commission is proud to continue our partnership with BLAST, building on the momentum of major 2024 events like the Fortnite Championship Series Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship,” said Cassie Poss, Interim Executive Director for the Fort Worth Sports Commission. “With world-class venues like Dickies Arena, Fort Worth is solidifying its place as a global esports destination. We look forward to welcoming fans worldwide and showcasing the hospitality that defines our city.” 

BLAST has teamed up with Live Nation, global leader in live entertainment, the Fort Worth Sports Commission, the 501c3 focused on enhancing the image, economy and quality of life for the community through the power of sport, and C3 Presents, premier Texas-based event promoters, to help support and promote the BLAST Premier Rivals 2026.

EVENT DETAILS

• Game: Counter-Strike 2
• Teams: 8 total
  • 4 teams from the Valve Regional Standings
  • 4 regional rankings from Europe, North America, South America and Asia
• Prize Pool & Participation Fees: $1,00
• 1,000,000 USD